Question 1

I've recently had this weird thing happen three times in the last couple of weeks where I suddenly started sweating and felt really dizzy. Two of those times, I was driving, which was pretty scary, and another time it happened while I was just watching TV. I'm kind of worried these could be signs of heart attacks or something else serious. Could you tell me what might be going on, and what kind of doctor I should talk to about this?

Accepted Answer

Episodes of sudden sweating and dizziness can be concerning symptoms. It is important to rule out any serious issues, including heart problems. However, these symptoms can also be caused by other conditions such as low blood sugar, dehydration, or anxiety. I recommend you to consult a Cardiologist for a thorough evaluation. They may suggest tests like an ECG, echocardiogram, or stress test to assess your heart health. In the meantime, make sure to stay hydrated, eat regular meals, and avoid driving if you feel dizzy to ensure your safety.

Question 2

My brother is 18 and we've discovered that he has high blood pressure readings around 14070 or sometimes 15070. We've done a bunch of tests like ECG, EKG, ultrasound, renal Doppler, TSH, echo, and urine metanephrine serum tests, and they all came back normal. The doctor mentioned something about essential hypertension and started him on amlong 2.5mg. But since that didn't help, his dose was bumped up to 5mg. I just got a BP monitor, and his readings were 13078 in the morning and 14770 in the evening. I'm seriously concerned because he's so young and is managing to exercise regularly with a healthy BMI. What could be causing this, and how can we help lower his BP?

Accepted Answer

It's good that your brother has been proactive in monitoring his blood pressure and leading a healthy lifestyle. Despite these measures, essential hypertension can sometimes be challenging to control. Since the morning blood pressure reading is within a normal range, it's important to continue monitoring at different times of the day. In cases where blood pressure remains elevated, the dosage of the medication may need to be adjusted further. I recommend discussing with the doctor about potentially increasing the dose of Amlong to 7.5mg or exploring other medication options such as Telma (Telmisartan) 40mg. Additionally, lifestyle modifications such as reducing salt intake, maintaining a healthy diet, regular exercise, and stress management techniques can also help in managing blood pressure levels. Regular follow-ups with the doctor for monitoring and adjustments are essential in managing hypertension effectively."

Question 3

I'm really worried because I've been experiencing chest pain, and sometimes it's hard to breathe deeply. At night, my heartbeat seems to race, and in the morning, I'm dealing with a lot of cough. Could this be because of smoking, or is there something else going on that I should be concerned about?

Accepted Answer

do chest xray

do chest x ray

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I'm really worried because I've been experiencing chest pain, and sometimes it's hard to breathe deeply. At night, my heartbeat seems to race, and in the morning, I'm dealing with a lot of cough. Could this be because of smoking, or is there something else going on that I should be concerned about?

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